Frost & Fire Boutique Hotel, Golden Circle

Experience Iceland's hot and cold nature in this cozy modern hotel just 45 minutes from Reykjavík and Þingvellir National Park. Frost & Fire is on the banks of the Varmá River, overlooking the village of Hveragerði, just 15 minutes away by foot or two by car. Take a dip in Hveragerði's Geothermal Springs or explore the hot springs in Reykjadalur Valley, five minutes away. There's even a hot spring on the property where you can try your hand at boiling an egg. If you want to experience the "frost" component, head to the Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, an hour away, or the Sólheimajökull Glacier, 1.5 hours away.

The hotel's 22 rooms are suitable for all types of travelers, whether you're with family or friends or in need of accessible options. Book a room with a river view for something extra special, as you can enjoy looking out over the scenery. Most options include a balcony or patio to take in the atmosphere. Family rooms include sofa beds and balconies or patios, although they don't have views of the river. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, as well as robes and slippers.

Take your breakfast or dinner in the Restaurant Varmá, whose wraparound windows make you feel like you're eating a meal outside in the fantastic surrounding landscape. Relax in the hotel's pool, hot tubs, or sauna before booking a massage treatment.